A Global High Technology company, who are one of the key players in aerospace, defence and security (based in Bedfordshire), are currently looking to expand their procurement management team. Your primary focus for this role will be to lead Procurement activities for key existing programmes, fostering strategic relationships with a diverse range of OEMs and SMEs to ensure a robust and competitive supply chain that delivers value to our existing and future customers.

Role:

Leadership and Management of a Procurement team

Drive and lead strategies to influence business decisions throughout the programme

Focal point for the Programme Directors and suppliers regarding escalated contract and supply chain matters

Resource management of procurement area

Lead and co-ordinate the team to establish and deliver sub-contract management activities

Experience of Defence, Security and Aerospace sectors and ability to apply them with minimal supervision and direction

Procurement/Commercial prime contracting experience

Commercial acumen and negotiation skills

Experienced in People Management

Detailed experience of procurement for services and Supply Chain/Sub-Contract Management

If you are interested in discussing the Procurement Manager - Bedfordshire vacancy, please give Brad Mills a call on 01483 212 190 or apply through the link below or send an email to brad.mills@1st-executive.com